We have received some very positive reviews for our new album, A sudden rain. John Barlass, writing in At the barrier, enthuses:

‘If you haven’t come across John Meed before, let me tell you that he’s songwriter of great perception and insight, willing to tackle the issues that have the greatest impact upon people’s lives and interactions… He’s taken the opportunity to enhance his thoughtful songs with a little help from some talented friends, and the result is something quite remarkable.’ The full review is here.

Ian Hall, writing in Liverpool Sound and Vision, comments:

‘The sense of fulfilled flawlessness that resides in John Meed’s exploration of sound and the haunting additional, unhindered string arrangements reflects the continued abundance of thought that the musician utilises… A wonderful album, John Meed proving that inspiration is only a storm cloud away, and one that can bring a soul back to life in its wake.’ The full review is here.

David Pearson writes in Spirit Rocks:

‘His songs are thoughtful and deep, paced for you to soak in the arrangements and content. It is uncomplicated yet thought-provoking, his voice having an almost spoken, poetic quality, yet with strong melodic timbre that suits the clear melodies.’

Steve Johnson writes in Morning Star:

‘This album is basically a call for faith in humanity wherever we live.’

Carl Filby, in Unicorn Folk, concludes:

‘After all that do I have to spell it out that I like this lovely album? It has the feel of a long letter written by a friend about his adventures and subsequent thoughts since you last saw him.’

And finally, this lovely comment from Mick, who enjoyed our set in support of Angeline Morrison at the Black Fen Folk Club:

‘I love your album – it’s playing as I write this. As a (very amateur) songwriter myself I can only listen to your album with a mixture of admiration, pleasure and insane jealousy!’

A sudden rain is available here.